Sermons on Survey:

Life Is Too Precious To Waste

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Aug 25, 2014

How do we view the tragic events of Ferguson, MO where an unarmed 18 year was shot and killed by a police officer. What is our response as people of Faith, as Christians? We must care and evaluate, what are we doing with our life?

TITLE: LIFE IS TOO PRECIOUS TO WASTE SCRIPTURE: EPHESIANS 5:15-17 We all have been watching once again the sad reality of another one of our YOUNG BLACK MEN GUNNED DOWN IN THE STREETS AT THE HANDS OF THOSE WHO TOOK AN OATH TO PROTECT AND SERVE. The sad reality is, we will eventually move beyond ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

Fighting For Your Family - Part 3 Series

Contributed by Tommy Jackson on Aug 26, 2014

Your family is worth fighting for, so learn how to fight.

Fighting for Your Family Part 3 OPEN: Welcome to Restoration Fellowship Church and our series called “Fighting for Your Family” (notice not fighting WITH your family) Take bibles and stand up please... REVIEW: # 1 – THERE IS NO SUCH THING AS A PERFECT ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Counterfeiting Of Our Praise Series

Contributed by John Rogers on Feb 7, 2015

Satan the Master Counterfeiter has sold the church a system of praise that does not glorify God. This message seeks to point out the different ways that Satan has robbed the Christian of the Blessings of God.

Praise Ps 95: 1-6 95:1 O come, let us sing unto the LORD: let us make a joyful noise to the rock of our salvation. 2 Let us come before his presence with thanksgiving, and make a joyful noise unto him with psalms. 3 For the LORD is a great God, and a great King above all gods. 4 In his hand are ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 95:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Near The Cross

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Feb 27, 2015

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Near The Cross John 19:16-27 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/NearTheCross.html Imagine we were present in Jerusalem on the day Jesus was crucified. I wonder if we would have stood at the foot of the cross? We sing the great old hymn – “Jesus, keep me near the cross…there a ...read more

Scripture: John 19:16-27

Denomination: Baptist

A Place You Meet The Messiah Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Mar 17, 2015

Looking for the Christ, Expecting God, Hope

THE WELL – A Place You Meet the Messiah John 4:25-26 April 3, 2022 Introduction: One of my favorite stories of all time comes from WWII...and it’s recorded in Max Lucado’s book, “Stories from the Heart.” John Blanchard stood up from the bench, straightened his Army uniform and ...read more

Scripture: John 4:25-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The So-Called "Satanic" Verses, And Conclusion. Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Aug 31, 2015

Muhammad in the Koran, a strange explanation of some missing verses, final suras, and my conclusions from this study.

Lesson 35, How to Treat Muhammad, and "Satanic" Verses Today, suras 49-60 Beginning with this lesson, I will dispense with giving you the name of each sura, unless it is truly remarkable. Be assured that every sura is named for a particular reason, even if obscure to us. Sura 49 commences ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Revealing Of Jesus’ Kingship

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Sep 15, 2015

SOME HAVE SAID PERCEPTION IS REALITY. PEOPLE HAD A PERCEPTION OF THE TYPE OF KING JESUS WAS TO BE, A PERCEPTION THAT WOULD HAVE TO CHANGE FROM WARRIOR KING TO SACRIFICIAL LAMB.

THE REVEALING OF JESUS’ KINGSHIP ACTS 19:28-44 I WANT YOU TO PICTURE FOR A MOMENT, QUESN ELIZABETH AS SHE WAS PREPARING TO CELEBRATE THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF HER CORONATION. WE SEE THE PROCESSION COMING TO WESTMINISTER ABBY, AND THE COACH CARRYING THE QUEEN STOPS AT THE FRONT STEPS. THE ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:28-44

Denomination: Baptist

Is Hell Forever? Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Sep 30, 2015

Although unpopular in today's culture of tolerance religious pluralism, the doctrine of hell is necessary for Christians and non-Christians.

Is Hell Forever? Perhaps an even more relevant question is whether there really is a hell? According to a 2003 survey by Barna research, 76% of Americans believe Heaven exists, 71% of Americans believe Hell exists, but only .005 believe that they will be sent there. So, while many people believe ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 20:11-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Timothy: A Young Man Of Character Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Aug 6, 2014

What the world needs now more than ever are followers of Jesus who are people of character. Thankfully, the Bible is filled with examples of people with exemplary character.

Timothy: A Young Man Of Character Text: Phil. 2:19-24 Introduction 1. Illustration: We are created after the likeness of the eternal God. This has both moral and motivational implications. In our morals and motives we are to reflect God’s character. Thus, I am to be not only an extension ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:19-24

Denomination: Methodist

He Will Not Fail Them Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Apr 20, 2016

That is the rest of the story. You are not destroyed for your sins. Your Shepherd took that punishment. Your guilt is removed forever. The glory of the Lord will not depart from you because the Holy Spirit will not leave you.

Psalm 78:65-72 He Will Not Fail Them 12/31/06 D. Marion Clark Introduction The application of Psalm 78:1-8 was the following exhortation: “We must be careful not to exhibit complaining spirits before our children. Do they see that in us? What will your children hear from you today ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Destiny! Eternity!

Contributed by Melvin Newland on May 2, 2016

What will our destiny be? It will be what God designed it to be - an eternity of joy for those who love & follow Him; & an eternity of separation for those who reject His love & turn their back to Him.

MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK TEXT: Revelation 21:1-28; John 14:1-3; Matthew 25:46 ILL. In 1386 there was born in an obscure village in Italy a little boy whose name was Donatello. By the time he was 3 years old, he would go into the back yard, take sand & water, & ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:46, John 14:1-3, Revelation 21:1-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Is Transforming His Church

Contributed by Mario Bruni D. D.. on May 18, 2016

In the upcoming years, the body of Christ will face many changes that are ordained by God. These changes will bring division and strife to the body of Christ, but they are essential for its purifying.

In the upcoming years, the body of Christ will face many changes that are ordained by God. These changes will come after God informs His Church about them; for “Surely the Lord GOD does nothing, unless He reveals His secret to His servants the prophets” (Amos 3:7). These changes will ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:18-19

Denomination: Pentecostal

Never Stop Getting The Word Into Your Children Series

Contributed by Tim Pollock on May 19, 2016

Sermon Series by Dr. Tim Pollock on Parenting

Mahatma Gandhi, the well-known leader from India once said, “Live as though you were to die tomorrow and learn as though you were to live forever.” I love it! Likewise, we must learn to be trained as though we are going to live to be a hundred. We must do whatever it takes. We must keep ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:6

Denomination: Baptist

Let's Go To The House Of The Lord Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 31, 2013

What do we find in the house of the Lord? 1- In the house there is great joy 2- In the house there is much praise 3- In the house there is peace and security

INTRO.- 1 I rejoiced with those who said to me, “Let us go to the house of the Lord.” The people of God were going to worship the Lord at His house. ILL.- A man was answering questions for a national poll one time. When asked for his church preference, he responded, "Red brick." ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 122:1-9, Psalm 122:19, Psalm 122:1-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Walking In The Light Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Apr 20, 2014

A sermon examining the importance of walking in the light.

Walking In The Light I John 5:5-10 Earlier in the year, my son planted some sunflower seeds. Early on we were not sure if they were going to grow; but as time went on those plants began to rise from the soil. Throughout the summer those plants continued to grow and at their peak some of them were ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:5-10

Denomination: Baptist